New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; San Antonio (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company seeks a motivated sales professional to drive partnerships with schools and promote literacy initiatives. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible work-from-home options, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills, along with a passion for education and literacy promotion.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Research potential school and district partners.
• Build relationships with educators to promote events.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation

CRM systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid Time Off program including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Opportunity to work from home with a flexible schedule
- Chance to contribute to promoting literacy and supporting schools in their fundraising efforts

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners, initiating outreach through calls, emails, and social media
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of prospective clients, setting up appointments for Account Managers
- Build relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve sales effectiveness

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field
- Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results
- Demonstrated leadership ability and qualities

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